{"id":79,"date":"2026-07-29T15:55:05","date_gmt":"2026-07-29T15:55:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.brushcountrydental.com\/blog\/?p=79"},"modified":"2026-07-30T00:39:03","modified_gmt":"2026-07-30T00:39:03","slug":"do-veneers-feel-natural","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.brushcountrydental.com\/blog\/do-veneers-feel-natural\/","title":{"rendered":"Do Veneers Feel Like Real Teeth? Here&#8217;s What to Expect"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brushcountrydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/AdobeStock_385905169-5.jpg\" alt=\"Four veneers sitting in a row on a black reflective surface\" class=\"wp-image-80\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re thinking of getting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brushcountrydental.com\/veneers.html\">veneers<\/a> to transform the appearance of your smile, you probably have a few questions about the treatment. In particular, you may be wondering what you can expect once they\u2019ve been placed on your teeth. Will they feel as natural as the rest of your smile? Before you get veneers, it\u2019s crucial to make sure that you have an accurate idea of what to expect once the procedure is complete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Does Getting Veneers Involve?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Veneers are very thin sheaths that are placed on the fronts of your teeth in order to hide chips, stains, and any other aesthetic imperfections that may be bothering you. Each veneer is carefully customized so that it can blend right in with the rest of the smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting veneers usually requires two appointments. During the first, enamel is removed from the teeth that need to be improved. This step helps ensure that there\u2019s enough room to place the veneers without making your teeth look too bulky. Once the preparations have been made, you\u2019ll be given temporary veneers to wear while the permanent versions are being created. You\u2019ll receive the final veneers at the second appointment; a special adhesive will be used to carefully attach them to the teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Will Your Final Veneers Feel?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you first get veneers, they might feel a bit strange at first. It can take time to get used to the new size and shape of your teeth. But once you have had a chance to adjust to your new restorations, they should be quite comfortable and feel natural in your mouth; you may even periodically forget that they\u2019re there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On top of that, a well-designed veneer won\u2019t interfere with the function of your smile. Following the adjustment process, you should be able to continue to speak normally and safely chew all sorts of foods. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What If Your Veneers Don\u2019t Feel Right?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your veneers still feel unusually bulky or uncomfortable even after the adjustment period, you should let your dentist know. It may be necessary to make a few changes to the veneers in order to ensure that they fit as they should.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In summary, once you\u2019ve gotten used to veneers, you\u2019re likely to find that they feel as natural as they look. This is one of many reasons why veneers can be an excellent option for correcting the imperfections on your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Shelli Pruski is a dentist with more than two decades of experience. She went to The University of Texas Health Science Center Dental School at San Antonio, and she is currently a member of the Academy of General Dentistry. At Brush Country Dental Center in Pleasanton, she offers veneers and other forms of cosmetic dentistry to help patients achieve their smile goals. If you\u2019re thinking of getting veneers to enhance the appearance of your teeth, you can schedule an appointment with Dr. Pruski by visiting her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brushcountrydental.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">website<\/a> or calling (830) 569-2500.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re thinking of getting veneers to transform the appearance of your smile, you probably have a few questions about the treatment. In particular, you may be wondering what you can expect once they\u2019ve been placed on your teeth. Will they feel as natural as the rest of your smile? 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